A Little Act of Love Can Leave a Lasting Legacy
Every gift to Mary's Meals begins with a simple act of love. A planned gift can carry that love into the future — providing hope for children today, creating opportunity for the next generation, and helping communities build a different future for themselves.
Explore ways to make Mary's Meals part of your legacy.
When Lettie first received Mary's Meals at school, a daily meal gave her more than relief from hunger. It gave her the opportunity to learn, to grow and to imagine a different future.
Today, Lettie is part of Mary's Meals herself, helping tell the story of this work so that more children can receive the same opportunity she was given. The impact continues within her own family, including the opportunities available to her younger brother.
Her story shows what can happen when we invest in a child: the impact can carry forward into families, communities and the next generation.
A Legacy That Lives Beyond Today
When a child receives Mary's Meals, the impact reaches beyond a single meal. Children are able to learn, families gain hope for the future, and communities are strengthened. A planned gift helps make sure that opportunity continues for generations to come.
What Will Your Little Act of Love Make Possible?
A planned gift to Mary's Meals is one way to carry your generosity beyond today. Whether through a gift in your will, your donor-advised fund, IRA, stocks or another planned gift, you can help ensure that future generations of children have the opportunity to eat, learn and build a different future.
There are many ways to make Mary's Meals part of your legacy. Explore the giving option that feels right for you.
Leave a Gift in My Will
An opportunity to extend your support for children long into the future.
Give Through My IRA
Use a qualified charitable distribution from your IRA to help children eat, learn and thrive.
Give Through My DAF
Recommend a grant from your donor-advised fund to help children receive daily meals at school.
Give Stocks or Securities
Donate appreciated stocks, mutual funds or other securities to support Mary's Meals and help create opportunities for children, families and communities for years to come.
You don't need to have everything figured out. If you're considering a planned gift to Mary's Meals, we'd be happy to talk with you, answer your questions and provide the information you or your advisor may need.
I've Included Mary's Meals in My Plans
If you've already included Mary's Meals in your plans, we'd love to hear about it!
Your Legacy Can Help Create Opportunities for Generations to Come
Every planned gift is unique, but each begins with the same simple act: choosing to invest in the future of children and communities. By including Mary's Meals in your plans, you can help ensure that future generations have the opportunity to eat, learn and build a different future for themselves.
Important Information
The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as legal, tax, or financial advice. Because every situation is unique, we encourage you to consult with your attorney, tax advisor, or financial professional before making any planned giving decision. We are committed to responsible stewardship and transparency. Learn more about how your donations are used, explore our annual reports, and review our audited financial statements.
